Chaetodontoplus melanosoma (Bleeker, 1853)

Black-velvet angelfish

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Classification	Actinopterygii \| Perciformes \| Pomacanthidae
Synonyms	Holacanthus melanosoma, ... more
Common names	Black velvet angelfish, 黑身神仙, 黑身荷包鱼, ... more

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Main reference

Pyle, R. 2001. (Ref. 48391)
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Size / Weight / Age

Max length : 20.0 cm TL male/unsexed; (Ref. 9710)

Environment

Reef-associated; non-migratory; marine; depth range 5 - 25 m (Ref. 48391)

Climate / Range

Tropical

Indo-West Pacific: Indo-Malayan region and New Guinea , northward to southern Japan.
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Short description

Several similar species, easily confused. Juveniles are almost identical as in other species complexes in the genus. Most confusion is caused as color changes occur with growth that may match between different species at certain stages, especially the caudal fin pattern that maybe yellow in sub-adults on one and yellow in adults of others (Ref. 48636).

An uncommon species that inhabits coastal reefs and drop-offs (Ref. 9710) that are exposed to strong tidal currents (Ref. 48636). Juveniles on deep rubble slopes with rich invertebrate growth. Feeds on sponges and tunicates. Solitary or in pairs. Frequently exported through the aquarium trade (Ref. 48391).


IUCN Red List Status (Ref. 57073)	Threat to humans
Not Evaluated	Harmless

Human uses
Aquarium: commercial


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Estimation of some characteristics with mathematical models

Resilience (Ref. 69278)

High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)


Vulnerability (Ref. 59153)	Price category (Ref. 80766)
Low to moderate vulnerability (27 of 100)	High

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Modified by Santos, Kristine

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